Aerospace Quality Inspector

RTC Aerospace•Rockford, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring aerospace components meet engineering, quality, and customer requirements. This is a hands-on dimensional inspection role supporting incoming, in-process, and final inspection, including sign-offs directly on the production floor. Strong conventional inspection skills and knowledge of GD&T are important for success in this role. CMM experience is a plus, but not required—we can provide training on our Zeiss CMMs using Calypso software.

Requirements

Hands-on dimensional inspection experience using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, and bore gages.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
Knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques and precision measuring practices.
Experience completing inspection records and quality documentation.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify dimensional or quality concerns.
Ability to work collaboratively with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous quality inspection experience in aerospace, precision machining, or a similar manufacturing environment.
Experience operating or programming CMM equipment; Zeiss and Calypso experience is a plus.
Experience with First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements, including AS9102.
Familiarity with CNC machining processes and performing in-process inspections on the production floor.
Experience working with Engineering or Manufacturing teams to troubleshoot dimensional and quality issues.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Perform dimensional inspection of precision-machined aerospace components using calipers, micrometers, height gages, bore gages, and other precision measuring equipment.
Support incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities.
Perform first-part buy-offs and in-process sign-offs directly on the production floor, working closely with machinists and manufacturing personnel.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and ASME Y14.5 GD&T requirements.
Identify and document nonconforming product and communicate inspection findings to Manufacturing and Quality.
Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and related inspection documentation.
Operate and, based on experience, assist with programming Zeiss CMMs using Calypso software.
Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing and Engineering to help troubleshoot dimensional or inspection-related issues and support process improvements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and follow all applicable safety and quality requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.